Overlander are on the hunt for a Chef to join there fast paced kitchen located in Mount Isa.

THE BENEFITS:

• We understand that everyone needs a healthy work/life balance and will strive to ensure that this balance is met.
• HUGE opportunities are available for those looking to advance in the future!
• Enjoy a great work culture, surrounded by a pragmatic, experienced, and down-to-earth team.
• A generous salary to reflect your experience for full-time positions, or get paid ABOVE award rates for casual positions!!

Chef job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist the Head Chef to coordinate, direct and control as well as produce quality food for all outlets to the standards.
• Operate within the guidelines set by the state for food handling.
• Discuss food preparation issues with the team
• Deputize for the Head Chef in their absence, maintaining standards and productivity, liaise with the floor supervisors to ensure smooth and prompt service.
• Ensure consistency and highest quality in the taste, presentation and appropriate food temperature for food served in all kitchens.
• Ensure the quality and cleanliness of all food displays.
• Check stores and refrigerators and be responsible for the proper storing and recycling of leftovers.
• Food cost in line with budget
• Assist in the creation of new menu items.
• Develop standard recipes and costing.
• Order kitchen supplies as required.
• Keep a close control of food wastage and spoilage, maintain a close eye on portion size and assist with food cost control.
• Food supplied is of quality standard.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP guidelines set by Council and venue standards.
• Maintain cleaning schedules.
• Ensure the establishment meets health and safety compliance regulations.
• Fill out report book daily to record cover numbers, complaints, or any other relevant information.
• Complete the communications board with numbers for the next day at the end of the shift and other duties as required by senior management and Head Chef.­­
• Review and analyse monthly profit and loss statement with the Head Chef.

The successful candidate will be able to display:

• Experience working in a large pub/bistro style kitchen
• Positive attitude, strong communication skills, and motivated work ethic
• Ability to understand and comply with internal food policies and procedures and consistently meet expected food quality standards
• Understanding of best practice in food and handling requirements
• Necessary certificates and qualifications
• Cert IV in Commercial Cookery or higher­­